The virtual Invasive Species Forum is an annual event that brings attention to invasive species issues, research, and advances in prevention and management occurring across Canada, and in neighbouring U.S. States. The 2025 Invasive Species Forum is taking place Feb. 18-20.
Register for the 2025 Invasive Species Forum! The event is free to attend and fully virtual. Save your virtual seat here.
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Preliminary Program
See the preliminary program to learn more about keynote speakers, session presentations, special sessions, and more!
View the program here.
Note: All presentation times listed on the program are in Eastern Time (ET). Please note that the program is subject to change, so be sure to check back for updates.
Invasive Species Centre Awards
The Invasive Species Centre Awards are given annually to recognize and celebrate the leadership and commitment of individuals or organizations who help keep land and water in Canada free from invasive species. The core award categories recognize individuals or organizations who champion and demonstrate values of excellence, innovation, and leadership in invasive species prevention and management in Canada.
Financial Partners
The Invasive Species Forum is hosted by the Invasive Species Centre, in partnership with the Ministry of Natural Resources.
Information Contact
For any questions about the event, call for abstracts, or awards, please contact us directly at events@invasivespeciescentre.ca.
Past Forum Recordings
2024 Invasive Species Forum
Visit the 2024 Forum playlist here. Navigate the recordings using the event program here.
2023 Invasive Species Forum
Session recordings from the 2022 Invasive Species Forum are available on our YouTube channel. Use the Forum Program to help navigate the recordings.
2022 Invasive Species Forum
Session recordings from the 2022 Invasive Species Forum are available on our YouTube channel. Use the Forum Program to help navigate the recordings.
2021 Invasive Species Forum
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2021 Invasive Species Forum. Session recordings are available on our YouTube channel.